Business Development &

- Strategic Partnerships Manager — Hyderabad About the Role We are looking for a highly connected, confident and commercially driven Business Development &
- Strategic Partnerships Manager who understands the Hyderabad business ecosystem and can build strong relationships with business owners, founders, entrepreneurs and decision-makers. This person will work closely with the founder and act as a key representative of the company in Hyderabad’s business and startup ecosystem.

The primary responsibility is simple: Build relationships → create opportunities → bring decision-makers to the table → convert opportunities into clients and strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities 1.

Hyderabad Business Networking

Build and maintain a strong network of Hyderabad business owners, founders, CEOs and decision-makers. Regularly attend startup, business, networking and industry events. Identify high-value people and organizations within Hyderabad’s business ecosystem. Develop relationships with business communities, associations, founders’ groups and professional networks. Continuously identify new opportunities for the company. 2.

Client Acquisition

Identify businesses that can benefit from our content, digital marketing and brand-building services. Research companies and identify the actual decision-makers. Contact business owners through calls, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, email and personal introductions.

Initiate conversations and understand their business and marketing challenges. Qualify prospects and schedule meetings with the founder. Maintain a consistent pipeline of qualified prospects. Follow up until the chance is converted or clearly closed. 3.

Relationship Management

Maintain long-term relationships with business owners and key contacts. Regularly follow up with prospects, partners and existing relationships. Become a trusted point of contact for the company’s Hyderabad network. Build relationships before asking for business. Identify opportunities for referrals, collaborations and introductions.

- Founder &
- Podcast Guest Acquisition Identify interesting founders, entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders and other high-value individuals for our content and podcast. Approach potential guests professionally. Explain the platform and secure their participation. Coordinate with the founder to schedule conversations and recordings. Build a long-term network of potential guests and industry experts.



5.

Market Intelligence

Continuously understand what is happening in Hyderabad’s business ecosystem: New businesses and startups Business expansions New restaurants, schools, hospitals and other local businesses Fundraising and investments Emerging founders Industry trends Major business events New business opportunities Influential business communities and individuals Maintain an organized database of relevant companies, owners and decision-makers.

- Represent the Founder &
- Company Attend meetings and events on behalf of the company when required. Represent the company’s brand professionally. Build relationships with senior decision-makers. Create opportunities for the founder to meet high-value people. Act as the bridge between the founder and the Hyderabad business ecosystem.

What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Has a strong understanding of Hyderabad’s business ecosystem. Is naturally good at meeting and talking to people. Can confidently speak with business owners and senior decision-makers.

Has an existing professional network in Hyderabad. Is highly proactive and does not wait for leads to be given. Can make cold calls without hesitation. Is excellent at follow-ups. Understands basic business and marketing concepts.

Can identify a business problem and start a meaningful conversation. Has strong communication and negotiation skills. Is comfortable attending events and networking independently. Can build relationships over the long term.

Is ambitious and wants to grow with the company.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in any of the following are preferred: Business Development Strategic Partnerships B2B Sales Enterprise Sales Founder’s Office Community Management Startup Ecosystem Corporate Relations Events &

- Networking Media Partnerships Digital Marketing Sales An existing Hyderabad business network is a major advantage.

Important: This Is Not a Typical Sales Job We are not looking for someone whose only skill is making cold calls.





We are looking for someone who can: Find the right people → start conversations → build trust → create opportunities → bring them into the company’s network → convert relationships into business. Someone who already knows Hyderabad’s founders, entrepreneurs, business owners and communities will have a significant advantage.

Key Performance

Indicators (KPIs) First 30 Days Build a database of 200 relevant Hyderabad businesses and decision-makers . Establish 50 meaningful new business contacts . Attend relevant business/networking events. Build relationships with key Hyderabad business communities.

Generate the first qualified meetings. 60 Days Maintain 300 qualified business prospects . Generate 15–20 qualified meetings per month . Build a strong network of founders and business owners. Generate potential podcast guests consistently.

Develop referral and partnership opportunities. 90 Days Maintain a healthy and continuously growing sales pipeline. Generate 20 qualified meetings per month . Contribute directly to new client acquisition.

Build a strong network of Hyderabad decision-makers. Establish a reliable pipeline of podcast guests and strategic contacts.

What Success Looks Like

After 90 days, we should be able to say: “If we want to meet an interesting business owner, founder or decision-maker in Hyderabad, this person knows how to find them, reach them and get us into the room.” Compensation Fixed salary performance incentives.

Compensation will depend on experience, existing network and demonstrated ability to generate business. Candidates with a strong existing Hyderabad network and proven B2B business-development track record can command a higher package.

How We Will Evaluate You The interview process will include a practical assignment.

You may be asked to: Identify 20 relevant Hyderabad business owners → explain why each is valuable → identify the decision-maker → explain how you would approach them → generate actual conversations. We value real relationships and results over impressive resumes.

To Apply Send: Resume Current location Years of business-development/sales experience Industries and companies you have worked with A brief description of your Hyderabad business network Examples of major clients/partnerships you have brought in Current/expected compensation Why you believe you are the right person for this role

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